2009 Lada 21 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
